Kia Carens Clavis EV (June 25, 2025)

Launch: July 2025; India by Diwali .

Powertrains:

Pricing:

Features: Level‑2 ADAS, dual 12.3″ screens, ventilated seats, Bose audio, panoramic sunroof, 360° cameras, V2L/V2V charging .

Maintenance: EV offers ~70% lower service costs; battery warranty covers major components; parts availability improving.

TCO:

EV running cost ~₹80k vs ICE ~₹7.3 lakh for 100k km → strong savings on fuel & servicing.

2. Kia Carens Clavis EV (June 25, 2025) Launch Timeline & Variants

• Launch date: World debut set for July 2025, with Indian on‑road deliveries expected to coincide with the Diwali festive season .
• Introduction: Spy shots in March‑May 2025 confirmed EV-specific styling and Level 2 ADAS sensors at the front .
• Variants expected: Two main trims likely,

based on battery size

3. Powertrain & Performance Specs

Battery & Motor

• Based on Creta EV specs: 42 kWh with 135 PS/390 km; 51.4 kWh with 171 PS/473 km .
• Real-world range typically ~9–14% lower compared to lab figures, especially in larger MPVs

4. Kia Carens Clavis EV (June 25, 2025) Design & Interior Highlights

ADAS & Drive Modes

• Advanced Driver Assistance:

• Charging capabilities:

• Driving modes:

5. On‑Road Price Estimates

• Expected Ex‑Showroom Price:
  • Base EV variant: ~₹18.1 lakh.
  • Top variant: ₹26.2–27 lakh.
• One source estimates as low as ₹16 .1 lakh for HTX‑trim, base variant based in June 2 update .
• House‑to‑house on‑road price (Jaipur, Rajasthan estimate):
  • Base: ₹19.1–20 lakh
  • Top-end (51.4 kWh): ₹27–28 lakh

These reflect higher road tax and insurance in Rajasthan. Variance depends on state EV subsidies and trim levels.

6. Maintenance & Parts Cost

Servicing & Spares for ICE vs EV

• ICE Carens Clavis: Owners typically spend ₹4,000–6,000 per service (for diesel & petrol) .
• EV expected to require less maintenance:

• Battery warranty: Kia likely offers 8 years/1.6 lakh km, standard among Indian EV makers.

7. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) services

ICE vs EV Comparison Over 5 Years

Fuel cost (ICE): Petrol @₹105/l → 16 kmpl, 20,000 km/yr → ₹1.31 lakh/year (~₹6.56 lakh/5 yrs).

• Petrol Price: ₹105/litre
• Mileage: 16 kmpl
• Annual Distance Driven: 20,000 km/year

Calculation:

1. Litres of petrol needed per year: Total distance / Mileage = Litres per year 20,000 km / 16 kmpl = 1,250 litres/year
2. Annual fuel cost: Litres per year × Price per litre = Annual cost 1,250 litres/year × ₹105/litre = ₹131,250/year
3. Cost over 5 years: Annual cost × 5 years = 5-year cost ₹131,250/year × 5 years = ₹656,250

Therefore, with the new parameters:

• Annual Fuel Cost: ₹131,250 per year
• Cost over 5 years: ₹656,250

Charging cost (EV): EV avg 7 km/kWh, electricity @₹7.5/unit → ₹1.07/km → ₹0.21 lakh/yr (~₹1.07 lakh/5 yrs). ~₹5.49 lakh savings (compared to previous petrol cost).

• EV efficiency: 7 km/kWh
• Electricity cost: ₹7.5/unit (₹7.5/kWh)
• Annual Distance Driven (assumed to be the same as before): 20,000 km/year

Calculation Process:

1. Cost per kilometer for EV: Cost per unit / Kilometers per unit = Cost per km ₹7.5/kWh / 7 km/kWh = ₹1.0714 per km (Kia Carens Clavis EV (June 25, 2025)

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2. Annual Charging Cost: Annual distance driven × Cost per km = Annual charging cost 20,000 km/year × ₹1.0714/km = ₹21,428 per year (approximately ₹0.21 lakh/year)
3. Charging Cost over 5 years: Annual charging cost × 5 years = 5-year charging cost ₹21,428/year × 5 years = ₹107,140

Therefore, with the new EV parameters: Kia Carens Clavis EV (June 25, 2025)

• Annual Charging Cost: ₹21,428 per year (approx. ₹0.21 lakh/year)
• Charging Cost over 5 years: ₹107,140 (approx. ₹1.07 lakh/5 years)

Comparing to the previous ICE (Petrol) cost:

• Petrol 5-year cost (from previous calculation): ₹656,250
• EV 5-year cost (new calculation): ₹107,140

Estimated Savings (EV vs. Petrol over 5 years):Kia Carens Clavis EV (June 25, 2025)

Petrol 5-year cost – EV 5-year cost = Savings ₹656,250 – ₹107,140 = ₹549,110 savings over 5 years

• Service cost ICE: ₹6k ×10 services = ₹60k; EV ~₹3.5k ×5 = ₹17.5k → ~₹42.5k savings.
• Battery replacement: Long-term; not factored in 5‑yr TCO.
• Resale value: ICE depreciates ~40–50%; EV resale market is evolving—early adoption and battery health may influence value.

Bottom line: EV variant offers significant savings on running costs, offsetting the higher upfront price, especially with subsidies and reduced maintenance.

Parts Availability & Cost

• Battery & motor parts: Expensive but covered under warranty; out-of-warranty cost remains high.
• Wear items: Tyres, pads, wiper blades similar in price to ICE versions.
• Labour per service: Likely ₹1,500–3,000, lower than ICE counterpart.
• Battery pack replacement: ₹4–6 lakh (est.) – rare with proper maintenance(Kia Carens Clavis EV (June 25, 2025).